Family Chrysomelidae (Noun)
Meaning
Leaf beetles.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family Chrysomelidae, commonly known as leaf beetles, is a large and diverse group of beetles with over 35,000 described species worldwide.
- Members of the family Chrysomelidae are often found feeding on plant leaves, flowers, and stems, causing significant damage to crops and gardens.
- Some species of family Chrysomelidae are specialized feeders on specific plant families, such as the willow leaf beetle, which only feeds on willow and poplar trees.
- The family Chrysomelidae contains several well-known pests, including the Colorado potato beetle, which is a major pest of potato crops worldwide.
- The family Chrysomelidae also includes many species that are considered beneficial, such as the tortoise beetles, which are often used as biological control agents.